The book is meant to inspire discussions and ideas for new grandparents and their families so that they can find a name that fits them perfectly. You Can Call Me Hoppa! is perfect for expecting parents looking to surprise their soon-to-be grandparents with the news, and for current grandparents who may feel that they would like a more creative and personal name.Ĭharpio’s inspiration for the guide is based on her own experience as a new mom and daughter to first-time grandparents as they set out on a challenging quest to find the perfect grandparent names. Grandparent's Day is Septemand with a new grandparent born every 20 seconds in the US, there are bound to be millions of new Boomer grandparents longing for perfect names. They want names that are just as innovative, unique and dynamic as they are.” “Today’s new Boomer grandparents have reinvented so many aspects of our culture and their approach to grandparenting is no exception. “This book is meant to serve as a compilation of suggestions for a less traditional, but unique grandparent name,” said Charpio. You Can Call Me Hoppa! The Grandparents’ Guide to Choosing a Name That Fits by Lauren Charpio is an exploration of hundreds of names and stories from grandparents everywhere. Wall Street Journal reporter Ann Zimmerman introduced the stories of Glamma, Coco and Papa Doc and explored many of the reasons Boomers opt for alternative monikers. The Wall Street Journal, a renowned publication that covers hard-hitting news, recently usurped coverage of bailouts and 401Ks and featured a lengthy, front page article on the grandparent name debate. ![]() Instead, Boomers want unique names that won’t age them, that put some personality into the role and that embody their hands-on, youthful approach. ![]() They do not want their role as grandparent to be the old, homey, onlooker that traditional names imply. Grandma or Granny? Papa or Granddaddy? This generation of grandparents is unlike any other. However, few issues torment Boomers as much as the daunting task of naming themselves on the cusp of becoming a grandparent. ![]() Phoenix, AZ, Septem-( PR.com)- Baby boomers are faced with dilemmas everyday, from retirement during tough economic times to shrinking social security funds.
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